Ex-Batley player Chris Ulugia has been handed the number three shirt and fellow new recruits Michael Knowles and Richard Moore will be numbers 11 and 13 respectively.

Team boss Sharp said: “We have put together a very competitive squad and are looking forward to the season’s official start now, with a couple of exciting friendlies coming up.

“There is plenty of competition for places and that is healthy. We are happy with the mix of high quality and depth we have.

“We have a great culture here amongst the squad and, with several players vying for each position, I believe our form should be good throughout the year. There is plenty to play for and we are aiming to succeed.”

Featherstone’s captain and vice-captain will be named prior to the start of the league season.